Intercultural Communication and Education MA

In an increasingly connected world with a myriad of global study opportunities, it is more important than ever that educators develop teaching practices that are effective in intercultural and internationalised learning environments.<br/><br/>The MA in Intercultural Communication and Education develops your critical understanding of education and communication in the context of global movements of people and the internationalisation of education. It provides students, educators and policymakers with resources for reflecting on and responding to the growing need for effective intercultural communication in relation to education.<br/><br/>Core modules such as Intercultural Communication consider communication in the context of identity, stereotyping, prejudice and life transitions, including studying abroad, to give you a deeper awareness of cultural differences. Others, such as Intercultural and International Education, develop your critical understanding of the theories, approaches and practices of intercultural and international education. Our wide range of optional modules and the MA dissertation allow you to tailor the course to your individual interests and career path.<br/><br/>Through studying this course, you will develop a greater awareness of cultural differences and be better equipped to make informed decisions in relation to teaching and research in intercultural and international environments.<br/><br/>The course combines innovative teaching with exceptional support. You will gain valuable insight into education across the world as you study alongside students from different countries and backgrounds. To further enhance your experience, you will learn from world-class academics who are behind some of the leading research in the field.<br/><br/>Provided through the full-time study option, the MA is accessible to students from a wide range of backgrounds. It is likely to appeal to educational leaders and practitioners from around the world who are seeking substantive professional development and career opportunities, to those progressing from undergraduate study, as well as many other backgrounds.<br/><br/>**Course structure**<br/><br/>Students normally study two 30 credit and one 20 credit core taught modules, one 10 credit optional taught module, one 30 credit optional taught module, plus the 60 credit dissertation<br/><br/>**Core modules:**<br/><br/>**Intercultural and International Education** develops your critical understanding of the theories, approaches, and practices of intercultural and international education in the contemporary world. You will cover issues including: globalisation and internationalisation; global citizenship; critical education; intercultural/multicultural education; socialisation and the nature of identity; international education; citizenship, and social justice.<br/><br/>**Intercultural Communication** develops your critical understanding of the theories, approaches, concepts and practices of intercultural communication in the contemporary world, including engaging with people from other cultures and backgrounds. <br/><br/>**Design and Methods in Education Research** introduces key issues, terms and ideas in education research. It teaches a range of research skills including the evaluation of research techniques across different research contexts, and the ability to conduct a high-quality study. <br/><br/>The **Dissertation** is an opportunity to research and report on a topic of interest, under the guidance of a supervisor. Drawing on the research skills and techniques developed in core and optional modules the dissertation enables you to demonstrate your capacity for independent thought, critical thinking and analysis.<br/><br/>**Mini modules:**<br/><br/>You must select one 10 credit module from a list of optional modules which previously have included:<br/><br/><br/>- Secondary Data in Education Research <br/><br/><br/>- Ethnographies of Education<br/><br/><br/>- Measurement in Education Research <br/><br/><br/>- Interviews <br/><br/><br/>- Narrative Enquiry – Methodology and Methods <br/><br/><br/>- Experiments in Education<br/><br/><br/>- Systematic Reviews<br/>